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KV59 TXL

2009 Mercedes A160

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

176,748 mi
Last recorded176,748 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes A16050,787 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV59 TXL
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 176,748 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 172,361 miles

Nearside Front Inner CV boot slight misting

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Dec 2024 172,361 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner CV boot slight misting

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 166,677 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 159,945 miles

Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 153,131 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded Slightly corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened In a slightly over heated condition. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion on NS metal brake pipe. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened In a slightly over heated condition. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Slight general corrosion around rear of vehicle.

Fail 18 Dec 2021 153,095 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended Unable to plug in seat belt. (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded Slightly corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened In a slightly over heated condition. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion on NS metal brake pipe. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened In a slightly over heated condition. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Slight general corrosion around rear of vehicle.

Pass 14 Dec 2020 146,803 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 146,803 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken botn rear springs broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 134,253 miles

Both rear springs slight corrosion

Brake lines corroded underneath bonnet and body

Slight corrosion to rear of body

Small crack in centre lower of windscreen

Pass 22 Jun 2018 114,212 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

offside front bumper insecure

Fail 22 Jun 2018 114,212 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

offside front bumper insecure

Pass 28 Jun 2017 96,292 miles

Under-trays fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2016 80,801 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 80,801 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 63,809 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 54,163 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 39,185 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 30,133 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes A160?

Based on 4,209 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
4,315
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Stop lamp not working 34
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 24
Registration plate lamp not working 24
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KV59 TXL is a 2009 Mercedes A160 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes A160 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 50,787 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes A160 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV59 TXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A160 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes A160 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KV59 TXL registered?

KV59 TXL is a 2009 Mercedes A160, first registered on 22 September 2009.

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